ATS Resume Guide
Build an ATS-conscious resume without turning it into a keyword list.
Use this guide as a starting point, then tailor your approach to your experience and target opportunity.
Use standard sections
Keep headings recognizable and organize experience, education and skills clearly.
Match the target role
Read the job description and identify terms that genuinely describe your experience.
Show evidence
Keywords work best when supported by accomplishments, scope, tools, outcomes or responsibilities.
Keep formatting readable
Avoid unnecessary visual complexity that can make important information harder to parse.
Remember the human reader
An ATS-friendly resume still needs a clear story that helps recruiters quickly understand your value.